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Old Apr 26, 2013 | 05:53 PM
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Do you guys put anything in your gas tank to clean your engine

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Old Apr 26, 2013 | 06:08 PM
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Originally Posted by snowmuch
Anyone?

Not necessary if you use a Top Tier gasoline. Otherwise, Chevron's Techron is recommended by MB. You can buy it on Amazon. Follow the bottle directions carefully, starting with as empty a tank as possible and only adding 10-11 gallons of gasoline. No more than twice between oil changes. But, always using a high quality gasoline is easier and provides continuous cleaning.

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Old Apr 26, 2013 | 06:24 PM
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Not necessary if you use a Top Tier gasoline. Otherwise, Chevron's Techron is recommended by MB. You can buy it on Amazon. Follow the bottle directions carefully, starting with as empty a tank as possible and only adding 10-11 gallons of gasoline. No more than twice between oil changes. But, always using a high quality gasoline is easier and provides continuous cleaning.

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http://www.toptiergas.com/
I've been using shell 91 (Canada) and recently switched to PetroCan 94 with ecu tune. Its such a blast to drive now.
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Old Apr 26, 2013 | 07:53 PM
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I only us Chevron Techron

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Old Apr 26, 2013 | 08:06 PM
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Chevron techron "fuel system" cleaner every oil change.
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Old Apr 26, 2013 | 09:44 PM
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Yes, Techron is the one to use if needed. But, I've found it's easier, more economical, and yields the same results just to stick to Top Tier gasolines.
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